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Discover the magic and wonder of the “White Continent” aboard the stylish and comfortable MS Fram. Jump off from Ushuaia, Argentina and explore vistas of blue white glaciers and busy penguin rookeries. See breaching whales crashing and scenes of pure ice walls. Cruise through the Lemaire Channel, where steep, sheer cliffs rise above the narrow iceberg-filled passage. Zip by zodiac boat into small bays and harbors, for personal and in-depth exploration. Make your way to Whalers Bay on Deception Island with its warm springs and black volcanic sand. Relax for 2 nights in Buenos Aires, “The Paris of South America.”
Day 1: Depart from Home - Overnight Flight
Begin your journey to the “White Continent” with an overnight flight to Buenos Aires.
Day 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrive this morning in Buenos Aires, the “Paris of South America” and home of the tango. Enjoy a Porteños tour, viewing the Teatro Colon, opera house, Avenida 9 de Julio honoring Argentinean independence; the Recoleta Cemetery, where “Evita” rests in her tomb; the Presidential Palace, the Casa Rosada; and the San Telmo barrio lined with cobblestone streets.
Today dinner will be included.
Day 3: Buenos Aires
Today is at leisure to experience this lively city. Perhaps choose to visit the pampas to enjoy a typical asado lunch and traditional gaucho music, hallmarks of Argentine culture.
Today breakfast will be included.
Day 4: Buenos Aires - Ushuaia
This morning you fly to Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city situated on the Patagonian peninsula overlooking the historic Beagle Channel. Experience a home-hosted dinner with a local Fuegon family to learn about life at the “end of the world.”
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 5: Ushuaia - Embark Ship
Journey into the “Land of Fire” at Tierra del Fuego National Park. Walk the shores of Roca Lake and see evidence of the settlements of the now-extinct Yámana indigenous people, and visit Lapataia Bay where the Panamerican Highway ends. Enjoy free time in this famous port town before boarding the state-of-the-art MS Fram expedition vessel.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 6: The Drake Passage
Cruise south through the fabled Drake Passage, named for the legendary Sir Francis Drake. Warmer waters of the north meet the colder, denser waters of the south here in the Antarctic Convergence, making the area rich in marine life. Spot whales and sea birds as you begin this voyage of exploration. Experts provide presentations on history, biology and geology throughout your adventure.
Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 7: The Drake Passage - Antarctica
Arrive in Antarctica – the last great wilderness stretching across ice-covered desert and mountains for over five million square miles. The ethereal beauty and immense scale of the continent is like nowhere else on the planet. Follow in the footsteps of the great explorers…the privilege of witnessing this fragile, remote environment is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 8: Antarctica
The next five days are filled with discovery! Weather conditions determine each sailing’s final itinerary. Cruise through the astounding, glacier-lined Lemaire Channel – “Kodak Gap” – and enter the majestic Neumayer Channel with its imposing cliffs. Humpback, killer and minke whales – and icebergs – are common sights. PolarCirkel (rugged zodiac) boats take you to incredible locations along the Antarctic Peninsula, which could include: •Half Moon Island, a small island in the South Shetland chain boasting mountainous views and a nesting place for chinstrap penguins, kelp gulls and the Antarctic tern.
Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 9: Antarctica
Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include:• Whalers Bay, Deception Island – featuring an active volcanic caldera. Zodiac into Whalers Bay where ruins from a 20th-century whaling station rest ashore. The black volcanic sand and waters upon the beach are warmed by geothermal vents.• Almirante Brown Research Station in Paradise Harbor, where gentoo and chinstrap penguins nest.
Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 10: Antarctica
Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include:• Neko Harbor, part of the Antarctic mainland nestled in the fjord-like Andvord Bay, where penguins plus elephant and weddel seals are often spotted.
Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 11: Antarctica
Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include:• Port Lockroy, a harbor on Goudier Island and former British base, hosting cormorants and surrounded by glaciers and ice shelves. Here you can mail home a postcard with a rare Antarctic stamp!
Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be include
Day 12: Antarctica
Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include:• Wilhelmina Bay, where mountains and high glaciers create dramatic scenery. View the 1915 wreck of the Norwegian ship, Guvernøren. • Antarctic Sound & Brown Bluff – hear the tale of the 1903 Swedish polar expedition which met its fate here at “Iceberg Alley.”At Brown Bluff, you may have the chance to stroll the beach with the cute adélie penguins.
Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included
Day 13: Antarctica - Drake Passage
Leave Antarctica, crossing the southern waters of the Drake Passage. Participate in engaging lectures on Antarctica’s wonders.
Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 14: Drake Passage - Ushuaia, Argentina - Disembark Ship - Buenos Aires
Disembark the ship in Ushuaia. Transfer to the airport, return to Buenos Aires and spend the afternoon at leisure. Browse the boutiques of Calle Florida or visit one of many renowned art museums. This evening, relish a dinner featuring Argentine favorites and a tango performance!
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.
Day 15: Buenos Aires - Tour Ends
Board your overnight flight to return home.
Today breakfast will be included.
INCLUSIONS HIGLIGHTS & EXPERIENCES
15 days, 33 meals
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego National Park, 9-Night Cruise aboard MS Fram, The Drake Passage, Half Moon Island, Deception Island, Paradise Harbor, Port Lockroy, Antarctic Sound, Tango Dinner Show
Explore Whalers Bay on Deception Island with its warm springs and black volcanic sand.
Discover multitudes of curious Antarctic wildlife, including seals, whales, albatross and penguins.
Zodiac into small harbors and islands for in-depth discoveries and personal adventures.
Journey into beautiful Tierra del Fuego National Park, the “Land of Fire.”
Optional Excursions for Antarctica- Voyage of Discovery
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Add a touch of personalization to your vacation by selecting from our well-researched list of options. While we are known for our many inclusions, we also want to be sure you have adequate free time and options to enhance your vacation - your way. And now, you can reserve your options in advance of your tour!
Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure. Prices are subject to change. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Fiesta Gaucha & Asado Lunch $135.00
City: Buenos Aires
Experience the arts, culture and open spaces of the Argentine pampas and the gauchos who made their homes and lives here! Begin your day with a journey across these flat, fertile plains that stretch from the Atlantic coast of Argentina to the Andean foothills. Arrive at an expansive ranch called an Estancia – where you’re greeted with a welcome drink and appetizers. Meet a real-life gaucho and experience an equestrian demonstration that displays the athletic prowess of these South American cowboys. Then, enjoy a hearty asado lunch – a typical Argentine barbeque, prepared over an open fire. Lunch is followed by a lively folkloric show, featuring live music, dancing and a tango demonstration that celebrates the independent spirit of the gaucho. The gauchos then showcase their horsemanship with cuadreras and ring races. For those who yearn to participate in the fun, saddle up for a ride on one of the ranch’s gentle horses or take a ride around the ranch in one of the traditional two-wheeled carts called sulkies. After your full day on the pampas, enjoy a hearty cup of maté – an herbal infusion of yerba maté. Similar in taste to some green teas, maté is a traditional South American beverage and sharing maté together is a strong social custom. Enjoy delicious home-made pastries with your maté, and reflect on your day of cultural fun.
Please note a minimum of 10 is required in order to operate with an English-speaking guide.
Your transportation is included.
Please note a minimum of 10 passengers is required.
Duration: approximately 8 hour(s).
Tigre Y Delta Boat Tour & Train Ride $75.00
City: Buenos Aires
Just 18 miles outside of Buenos Aires, discover the extraordinary ecological zone of the Parana River delta. Embark on the adventure-of-a-lifetime when you travel to Olivos to board the Tren de la Costa (Riverside Train*). On this breathtaking journey, behold a picturesque coastline dotted with marinas, stunning homes and riverside dwellings. Upon arrival in San Isidro, take a short trip up the Tigre. A private river excursion by boat explores the streams and canals of this river delta. Each year, 90 million tons of sediment carried by the river creates thousands of islands and islets crisscrossed by rivers and brooks. The natural beauty of the Tigre will amaze you as you travel down its web of interconnecting river ways. *Please note that if the train is not available due to scheduling, this scenic journey will instead be done by bus.
Note that this option may not be available for all flight schedules - please reconfirm before booking.
Your transportation is included.
Please note a minimum of 10 passengers is required.
Duration: approximately 5 hour(s).
DEPARTURE DATES January - February
November - December
PRICES From approx $6,999 US per person based on double occupancy
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